Consulting Specialist - Industrial Hygiene & Safety

Consulting Specialist – Industrial Hygiene & Safety Citadel is seeking a talented Consulting Specialist to support our growing industrial hygiene and safety (IH&S) practice in the San Diego market. The successful candidate will work from Citadel’s office in San Diego, California. We are an equal‑opportunity, family‑oriented firm that takes pride in listening to our clients and partnering with them to provide practical solutions that reduce risk and protect employees. We support a variety of industries including local government, higher education, construction, and life sciences. Come join a consulting firm that puts people first! Position Summary The Consulting Specialist works under the direction of Citadel Project Managers and performs a variety of IH&S consulting projects including assessments, surveys, and investigations. The Consulting Specialist may also serve in a supplemental staff support role, working at a client site as part of their team to fulfill EHS-related responsibilities. The expected pay range for this position is $30 to $45 per hour. Actual compensation will be based on various factors including skills, experience, and education. This position reports to a senior staff member in the IH&S department. Major Duties/Responsibilities Conducts industrial hygiene surveys including air and surface sampling Performs moisture/microbial investigations Performs safety-related surveys/inspections Develops and delivers health and safety trainings Writes technical EHS programs and reports Provides EHS consulting support at client-site locations Desired Experience/Qualifications 2-4 years of experience in EHS, preferably in industrial hygiene and/or safety Experience in performing EHS-related surveys, assessments, evaluations, and/or investigations Experience in basic industrial hygiene sampling techniques such as surface sampling or air sampling for fungal spores Experience in using industrial hygiene instruments such as a sound level meter, noise dosimeter, infrared camera, or anemometer Experience in writing technical reports Experience in any of the following industries: higher education, life sciences, property management, and construction Desired Team Member Traits Humble – confident in skills and knowledge, but without excessive ego Hungry – self‑motivated with a strong desire to do more and learn more in the pursuit of excellence Smart – interpersonally appropriate and aware with good judgement and intuition around the subtleties of group dynamics and the impact of words and actions on others Desired Skills Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to provide consulting support in multiple IH&S service areas (e.g., microbial, IAQ, air sampling for contaminants, written program development, training, etc.) Ability to use IH instruments such as sound level meter, dosimeters, moisture meter, infrared camera, sampling pumps, etc. Ability to work successfully in team-oriented environments and accept feedback on performance Conducts moisture and microbial investigations with instruments. Provides recommendations for remediation Ability to support several projects simultaneously Proficient with Microsoft Office programs including Excel, Outlook, and Teams Education Requirements B.S. degree or higher in Public Health, Occupational Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or related science from an accredited school Position Requirements Must be able to safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds, work some nights and weekends, and pass a background check to obtain security clearance to client sites Must be able to safely wear a tight‑fitting respirator when required to perform duties assigned to this role, in compliance with health and safety regulations. Medical evaluation and fit testing will be provided Must have a valid driver’s license, a car, and willingness to travel throughout Southern California May occasionally require travel and overnight stays outside of Southern California Licenses/Certifications Candidate working towards CIH and/or CSP is preferred, but not required Equal Opportunity Employer & Inclusion Statement Citadel EHS is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), gender (including gender identity and gender expression), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age (40 and over), disability (physical, intellectual/developmental or mental health), genetic information, medical condition, military or veteran status, marital status, family care or medical leave status, reproductive health decision‑making, hair texture or hairstyle (including natural hairstyles), citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We actively strive to create a workplace that fosters belonging, recognizes different perspectives and experiences, and supports the full development of every team member. If you need any accommodations during the application or hiring process, please let us know. Apply for this position by sending your resume/CV to Shannon Mateik at View email address on click.appcast.io Job Type: Full‑time Pay: $30.00 - $45.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) 4% Match 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid jury duty Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Willingness to travel: 75% (Preferred) Work Location: In person #J-18808-Ljbffr The Voluntary Protection Programs Participants' Association, Inc